coseismal

/kɒsiːzməl/

Definitions

1. adjective

occurring or proceeding during an earthquake

“The coseismal fires that broke out in the city were a result of the earthquake’s impact on the infrastructure.”

2. noun

an earthquake occurring at the same time as another, especially a nearby one

“The coseismal event in the nearby town caused significant damage to the buildings.”

Synonyms

  • earthquake simultaneous
  • simultaneous earthquake

Antonyms

  • non-simultaneous earthquake
  • separate earthquake